🔗 Share this article Frictions involving Venezuela Rise After Purported Final Offer from President Trump to Venezuela's Leader. Sources indicate that ex-President Trump delivered a direct demand to Venezuelan leader Maduro: abandon power – and flee the nation – immediately. According to accounts, the U.S. leader supposedly held a telephone conversation with his South American counterpart, who is the target of a sustained diplomatic offensive that has featured a substantial naval deployment off Venezuela's northern coast. "You can secure your safety and those closest to you, but you need to leave the nation immediately," the U.S. president allegedly said, promising safe passage for Maduro, his spouse and his son "only if he consented to step down without delay." Nevertheless, the Venezuelan leader reportedly refused to resign immediately and is said to have made a series of requests, such as global amnesty and being allowed to give up civilian authority while keeping command of the military. New Escalation in Long-Running Two-Nation Tensions This incident marks the latest escalation of strains between the two countries. Recently, Trump reportedly met with his top national security advisers to discuss the Venezuela issue, though details of that gathering have not been disclosed. Salient Points from the Reported Conversation Final Offer: Instant resignation and exile for Maduro and his closest relatives. Reported Refusal: Maduro did not accept the conditions for a fast exit. Conditions: Reportedly requested global amnesty and ongoing authority over the armed forces. Broader Context: This takes place amid a larger U.S.-led pressure campaign designed to removing the Venezuelan regime. When questioned about the call, Trump reportedly remarking, "I wouldn't say it went well or poorly, it was a phone call." Neither the U.S. nor Venezuelan governments have provided further details about the subjects discussed during the remarkable dialogue, which is believed to have taken place in the latter part of November.
Sources indicate that ex-President Trump delivered a direct demand to Venezuelan leader Maduro: abandon power – and flee the nation – immediately. According to accounts, the U.S. leader supposedly held a telephone conversation with his South American counterpart, who is the target of a sustained diplomatic offensive that has featured a substantial naval deployment off Venezuela's northern coast. "You can secure your safety and those closest to you, but you need to leave the nation immediately," the U.S. president allegedly said, promising safe passage for Maduro, his spouse and his son "only if he consented to step down without delay." Nevertheless, the Venezuelan leader reportedly refused to resign immediately and is said to have made a series of requests, such as global amnesty and being allowed to give up civilian authority while keeping command of the military. New Escalation in Long-Running Two-Nation Tensions This incident marks the latest escalation of strains between the two countries. Recently, Trump reportedly met with his top national security advisers to discuss the Venezuela issue, though details of that gathering have not been disclosed. Salient Points from the Reported Conversation Final Offer: Instant resignation and exile for Maduro and his closest relatives. Reported Refusal: Maduro did not accept the conditions for a fast exit. Conditions: Reportedly requested global amnesty and ongoing authority over the armed forces. Broader Context: This takes place amid a larger U.S.-led pressure campaign designed to removing the Venezuelan regime. When questioned about the call, Trump reportedly remarking, "I wouldn't say it went well or poorly, it was a phone call." Neither the U.S. nor Venezuelan governments have provided further details about the subjects discussed during the remarkable dialogue, which is believed to have taken place in the latter part of November.